Access 97 for Windows For Dummies

Description

Being a normal human being, you probably have work to do. In fact,
you may have lots of work piled precariously around your
office or even stretching onto the Internet. Relief is in sight
because Access 97 can help you get more done in less time,
eliminate the piles, and generally make the safety inspector happy.
The good news is that you don't have to know (or even care) about
table design, field types, relational databases, or any of that
other database stuff to make Access 97 work for you.

Get the help you need with this friendly reference to all the
features of Access 97. If you're confused instead of organized,
befuddled instead of productive, or just completely lost on the
whole database thing, Access 97 For Windows For Dummies is
the book for you. This guide is for those who need to

Save time and effort by adapting existing reports and forms for
new databases

Unearth the mysteries of solving problems with Access
queries

Glean enough about macro programming to make people think
you're a certified Access guru

Find hundreds of tips on making Access easier, more
understandable, and generally less annoying

Start with an overview of both database concepts in general and
Access 97 in particular, and start taking control of your data.
Access 97 For Windows For Dummies also covers the following
topics and more:

Dealing with data in need of repair

Making your table think with formats, masks, and
validations

Finding stuff in your tables

Comparing AND to OR

Creating an AutoReport

Formatting a beautiful report

Creating forms that look cool and work great

Even after you've mastered the nuts and bolts of database
building with Access 97, you'll find plenty of valuable resource
material in this guide to keep you coming back for more. Timesaving
keyboard shortcuts, warnings for how to avoid common crises, and an
introduction to the wider world of advanced Access features are all
included for you in this easy-to-use book.